
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY from $300 (18 Rentals)
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The Carolina

Sendero Verde - Affordable

L @ 31st Drive

Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+

30-07 Astoria Blvd
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216 E 83rd St

1630-1636 Park Ave

147 E 30th St

407 E 88th St

James Lenox House- 55 and Over- NYC Residents

Hallets Cove Senior Citizen Residence 62+
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160 East 107

1366 York Ave

35 West 65th Street

410 E 81st St

236-238 E 78th St

418 East 81st Street
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Roosevelt Island, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roosevelt Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Roosevelt Island Studio Apartments | $4,081 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Roosevelt Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,981 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Roosevelt Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,164 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Roosevelt Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,389 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Roosevelt Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,213 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| Roosevelt Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $15,950 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Roosevelt Island, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oxford Houses in the Upper East Side neighborhood priced from $1,795. 305 W 45th St in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxford Houses | Oxford House Residence – D (434) | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| Halletts Point | 10 HLP - Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,677 |
| 93-99 Commercial St | studio | Studio,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $3.12 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 809 Astoria Blvd Model at 809 Astoria Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $2,700 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Yorkville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 809 Astoria Blvd, Unit 2 | 809 Astoria Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 3707 36th Ave, Unit 3 | 3707 36th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 250 3rd Ave, Unit 2 | 250 3rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 3130 37th St, Unit 3 | 3130 37th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 3212 23rd St, Unit 3 | 3212 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 3220 35th St, Unit 2 | 3220 35th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 3156 31st St, Unit 2 | 3156 31st St | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 122 India St, Unit 3c | 122 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roosevelt Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Roosevelt Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Roosevelt Island is at 305 W 45th St listed at $2,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $1,795 at The Oxford Houses.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roosevelt Island is starting from $2,900 at The Aspen.
What is the most affordable Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Aspen and starts from $3,574.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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